2012 Traverse City Film Festival's Free and Affordable Events

Traverse City Film Festival 2012: The Traverse City Film Festival is for everyone, no pocket book required! Using the tips below, you can enjoy world class movie fun and excitement from morning to night for free, or low cost, everyday at the 2012 Traverse City Film Festival, July 31-August 5..

Bring a lawn chair or blanket for an evening out with the whole family as you watch some of Hollywood’s most beloved classics on a ginormous screen right on the Bay at dusk. Arrive early at 7 pm for free music and entertainment.

Free Music in Clinch Park

Bring your kids to the $1 Wednesday-Saturday 9:30 am kids films at Lars Hockstad Auditorium for a cultural and educational adventure, and then walk outside onto the beautiful lawn for our free lawn party that is simply brimming with fun. Your kids won’t want to leave —especially when they see the misting tents we have this year!

Film School Classes

For the low low price of just $5, you can learn about filmmaking from world-class experts, U of M professors and visiting filmmakers— a truly invaluable experience for any budding filmmaker or film fan. Talk about a return on investment!

After Glows at Fire Fly

Can’t afford a party ticket? Get a taste of the festival revelry by heading to Fire Fly for late night gatherings on Saturday and Sunday.

Free Movies for Volunteers

If you can volunteer for three shifts or more, you will receive a free volunteer tshirt and attend the free pre-fest volunteer screening and post-fest volunteer party, all while making an important contribution to the festival you love. Plus, at the volunteer screening, we hand out free festival tickets to volunteers! Sign up on our web site today or call the festival office at 231-392-1134.